
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cimarron Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (73 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cimarron area of San Jose.


Country Club Villa

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ReNew Berryessa

ReNew Twenty50

Mission Grove

373-381 Gloria Ave

587 Avalani Ave

1298 Quincy Dr

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581 Avalani Ave

207 Gramercy Pl

39 Jose Figueres Ave

254 Pamela Ave

175 Alexander Ave

2245 Luz Ave

279 La Pala Dr

2392 Mammoth Dr

3035 Westboro Dr

2750 Mckee Rd
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275 La Pala Dr

239 Montclair Ave

484 Nordyke Dr

1855 Luby Dr

1244 Quincy Dr

Sierra Village Apartments

69-81 Jose Figueres Ave

3215 Rockport Ave

2702-2744 Norita Ct

551 Avalani Ave
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Courtyard Berryessa

223 Alexander Ave

Centered on Capitol

39-69 Jose Figueres Ave

557-563 Avalani Ave

2254 Luz Ave

234 Pamela Ave

1858 Luby Dr

165 Gramercy Pl

264 N White Rd
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271 La Pala Dr

221 Pamela Ave

Capitol Station

2368 Mammoth Dr

196 Gramercy Pl

24 N Jackson Ave

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Villa Fairlane

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Cimarron, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cimarron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cimarron Studio Apartments | $2,803 | $2,750 | $2,910 |
| Cimarron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,742 | $1,795 | $3,308 |
| Cimarron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,086 | $2,539 | $3,971 |
| Cimarron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,807 | $2,807 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cimarron Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Cimarron Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cimarron area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $2,190. Country Club Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Cimarron apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
| Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,849 |
| LINQ | A6-A | 1BR,1BA | $3,293 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3,433 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cimarron, CA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cimarron area is the $3.65 price per square foot A6-A Model at LINQ in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,293. The second greatest value Cimarron apartment is the 2 Bedroom A Model at Sofi Berryessa starting at $3,433 with a $3.90 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cimarron apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LINQ | A6-A | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.90 |
| Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | McKee | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCimarron, San Jose, CA
Ranked #278
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Cimarron, San Jose, CA
Piedmont Hills High
Piedmont Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cimarron Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cimarron?
The cheapest apartment in Cimarron is Vela Apartments which is listed at $2,190, while the average apartment in Cimarron costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cimarron?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Cimarron that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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